Tamiya X21 Flat Base (80021) – Enamel Paint 10ml

Tamiya X21 Flat Base (80021) is a high-quality 10 ml modeling additive designed for use with enamel paints from this renowned Japanese brand. The product belongs to the category of modeling accessories – paint additives, making it an essential element in the toolkit of any modeler striving for professional finishing on their models. X21 is a colorless matting base that allows you to achieve a matte or semi-matte effect even when using glossy paints, without altering the color.

Material and Purpose: Tamiya X21 is a specialist enamel-based liquid compatible with all Tamiya modeling enamels. This product is not a stand-alone paint – it should be mixed with your chosen color from the X (Gloss) or XF (Flat) series, according to the recommended ratio (typically 1:3 to 1:4 parts Flat Base to paint, depending on the desired effect). The liquid provides a matte finish on plastic, metal, resin, and other materials commonly used in modeling, without causing cracks or discoloration as long as recommended proportions are maintained.

Applications and Details: X21 Flat Base (80021) is an excellent choice for historical modeling applications, such as aircraft models, military vehicles, or figures (in scales 1/35, 1/24, 1/72, and others), where a matte coating best represents the real-life appearance of equipment from the WWI and WWII, the Cold War, and modern eras. This product has been widely used in projects where the realism of a matte surface brings out details and chipping, especially in weathering techniques and when painting figures of people or animals.

• Volume: 10 ml
• Product type: modeling additive, matte agent for enamels
• Compatible with Tamiya enamel paints
• Ideal for plastic, resin, and 3D printed models
• Japanese precision and Tamiya quality guarantee

Product Rating:
Highly recommended – Tamiya X21 Flat Base is recommended for both beginner and advanced modelers who are looking for a proven way to achieve a professional matte finish on their models. The product is easy to use if the correct proportion is maintained, so we rate its difficulty as 1/5 on the modeling scale. With Tamiya X21, your model will gain a more realistic and professional appearance!